Cost of living

Trump’s 2024 grocery photo op returns to haunt Republicans in the midterms

Donald Trump displayed grocery staples to spotlight inflation under Democrats at his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, on Aug 15, 2024.

My second crib: They own homes in Singapore. So why are they renting abroad?

Some Singaporeans are paying mortgages here while renting overseas, seeking greater freedom, lower costs and respite from fast-paced city life.

Forum: Consider capping fares for public transport

Special cash payment of up to $600 to be given to over 2.4 million S’poreans from Sept 9

Over 2.4 million eligible Singaporeans will get a special cash payment of $400 to $600 from Sept 9 to cope with the rising cost of living.

British PM Burnham vows crackdown on misleading discounts and subscription traps

Businesses will need to provide clearer upfront information, regular reminders and a much easier exit to contracts.

The humble burrito causes indigestion for Trump’s Republican party

In Washington, the price of a takeout burrito at two popular fast-food chains ranged between US$6.50 and US$13.50, depending on the ingredients.

Inflation and middle-income households: What’s driving up prices and how to manage finances better

F&B owner Jason Chua has to juggle rising family expenses alongside business overheads. He and his wife, who have a four-year-old son and a baby boy on the way, fall under Singapore’s middle-income household tier.

Hawkers, market stallholders welcome rent support, hope for more long-term help

The Government on July 29 announced that hawkers and market stallholders will receive up to $1,200 in rent support.

S’porean households to get $300 in CDC vouchers in January 2027 to cushion impact of inflation

A promotional sign informing customers that CDC vouchers can be used seen outside Prime Supermarket at Jurong West Street 91 on June 11.

15,200 hawkers, market stallholders to receive up to $1,200 in rent support from September

Some 6,900 cooked food stalls will each receive $1,200 and about 8,300 market stalls will each receive $600.

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